Akron Makerspace
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Akron Makerspace provides tools, training, and a location for artists, inventors, students, hobbyists, and entrepreneurs to learn and build their projects.
https://linktr.ee/Akronmakerspace From wood and metal working, to crafting, robotics, electronics, art, programming, and sewing. We provide a well equipped location and a foundation of knowledge for Makers to build anything! Akron Makerspace is a collaborative environment of individuals from every background. From professionals to the amature there is something you can learn, teach, and build here at AMS. So what do you want to make?
09/17/2026
A recent wheel throwing class taught by our member Erin. This was an excellent introduction and we look forward to seeing the projects this class makes in the space!
09/16/2026
Our new Print Lab in action! Congratulations to Caroline who made this 2' x 8' banner with die cut vinyl graphics. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this area of our space a success!
09/12/2026
Many AMS members learned how to make wooden vases using the lathes in our woodshop!
AMS Showcase: Lamp by Josh.
This lamp with a ceramic base and a wooden lamp shade was made using many areas of our makerspace. This illuminates the type of excellent, multi-skilled type of projects that can be made here. We wish Josh all the best as he starts grad school in Austria in the upcomming weeks.
We had an awesome day of racing at our Power Racing Series: Akron Rubber Run at the Akron Food Truck Festival!
Congratulations to all the people and teams who participated and thank you to everyone who supported this event!!
08/07/2026
AMS Showcase: Crafting by Adrienne
Up in the showcase today are some amazing sewing and craft projects by Adrienne.
Nicely done!
To find out more, check us out at the AMS website or Discord server.
Rubber City Run
This coming August 29th & 30th the AMS Power Racing Team will be hosting the Akron leg of the Power Racing Series at the 4th Annual Food Truck Festival, held at Hardesty Park, Akron. Power Racing competitors will be coming from eastern and central states to race electric karts for glory, moxie and fun! Mark your calendar for racing fun and great food!
The Akron Food Truck Festival is a free, two-day community event that features dozens of food trucks, live entertainment, and the Cleveland Bazaar!
Please note, the Food Trucks will not be around on Sunday, August 30th for the grueling endurance race!
To find out more, check us out on the AMS Discord server.
4th Annual Akron Food Truck Festival!
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The Power Racing Series
https://www.facebook.com/powerracingseries
08/03/2026
AMS Showcase: Ceramics
Up in the showcase today are some amazing ceramics pieces by AMS members Christina and Amelia. According to Christina:
“Amelia and I had a great time last weekend at a Raku workshop hosted by “Playin With Fire”. It was amazing to create one-of-a-kind pieces and spend time with really amazing artists. Thanks again to TylerM for extending the invitation!”
Nicely done!
To find out more, check us out at the AMS website or Discord server.
07/31/2026
Power Racing Showcase: Team-Kart Build
The AMS Power Racing team has achieved a key milestone; our team-kart build is now moving and includes regenerative braking and handlebars salvaged from a bike! We selected some key components to make this happen including a Kunray 2000-watt electric motor and a Flipsky 75100 Pro V2.0 electronic speed controller (with aluminum PCB for heat management).
Of note, is that the Flipsky ESC can be programed using software from an open-source project (i.e., VESC). This allows settings, such as throttle response and remote monitoring via Bluetooth. Our next steps include setting up 3 LifePO4 batteries (48v, 30 Ah) that will include Bluetooth-enabled battery management systems. Stay tuned for details.
You can come see our team-build kart in action at The Rubber City Run taking place at the 4th Annual Akron Food Truck Festival at Hardesty Park (1615 W. Market St.) August 29th & 30th. Note: food trucks will not be available on the 30th for the grueling endurance race.
To find out more, check us out at the AMS website or Discord server.
07/29/2026
AMS Showcase: Ceramics
Up in the showcase today are some great ceramics projects made by AMS members:
Photo 01: A ceramic bird sculptured by ErinV.
Photo 02: A cup made by ErinV. “I’ve used Mason stains quite a bit, essentially making a slip. I don’t follow a standard recipe but mix dry clay with + water to a paintable consistency, adding stain as I want for color. I’ve not had issues w sticking to kiln but i always use a cookie. It does stay kinda chalky on the piece til fired so you need to be careful, so it doesn’t spread. I left this one unglazed.”
Photo 03: Another cup by ErinV, along with some photography tips. “Without props or buying anything, make use of days with sun - and foliage / plants as background. Early morning and late afternoon are my favorite. If you have stands or friends with nice hands (not me) is ideal.”
Photo 04: A plate by Lee. “Probably a well-known combo already but honey flux over iron luster looks so good.”
Photo 05: A cup by Lee. “Amaco matcha matte shino! really love how it came out!”
Photo 06 & 07: A sculptured mushroom cap “test piece” by Lindsey who enjoys creating magical settings and homes.
Nicely done!
To find out more, check us out at the AMS website or Discord server.
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540 South Main Street
Akron, OH
44308
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| Tuesday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Friday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Sunday | 12pm - 3pm |
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